Medicare and Medicaid at 50

Throughout 2015, the Academy is commemorating the 50th anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid with a series of special activities, including a weekly live history blog, and by working with partners to provide a platform for educational dialogue around the history and future of these two vital programs. Learn more and join the celebration.

COVERED: a week-by-week look at the political and legislative developments that led to the creation of Medicare and Medicaid 50 years ago. Bob Rosenblatt, NASI senior fellow and former Los Angeles Times Washington correspondent will report on the people and the maneuvers that led to this major expansion of social insurance.